Background
The Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC) administers registration and oversight functions for Cambodia’s securities market, including systems that assign investor identification numbers. Investor identification numbers provide unique digital identifiers that link individuals and entities to their securities accounts for record-keeping and regulatory reporting.
On 3 September 2026, H.E. SEANG Thirith, Deputy Director General of SERC, accompanied by H.E. Kep Samphy, Director of the Securities Market Supervision Department, led a meeting to review the Draft Guideline on Applying for Investor Identification Number Online. During the session the Deputy Director General offered recommendations and revisions to the draft guideline; the meeting concluded smoothly.
Scope of Application
The draft guideline pertains to applications submitted through SERC’s online platform for issuance of investor identification numbers. The instrument is framed to govern procedures for market participants seeking formal identification to participate in Cambodia’s securities market.
Key Provisions or Decisions
Participants reviewed the Draft Guideline on Applying for Investor Identification Number Online and discussed recommended edits. H.E. SEANG Thirith provided targeted recommendations and amendments to the draft during the meeting, with H.E. Kep Samphy present as head of the market supervision department.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
If adopted, a published guideline on online investor identification would standardize digital onboarding and administrative procedures for investors and intermediaries. Market intermediaries and applicants should expect clearer procedural steps for submitting identification requests and for SERC to document formal requirements for electronic applications.
Official Source
Original notice published by the Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC) on 3 September 2026: SERC Facebook post. The post also referenced a Telegram channel link provided by SERC for further updates.
